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FINALLY getting banded Sept 11th



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I have been going through this process for over 2 years and finally got approved my surgery is September 11th :thumbup:yoo hoo! Kinda worried about the 2 week liquid diet I have to be on before surgery.

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Hey!

Congrats on getting a date, i will be getting banded on Sept 1st and have to do a month pre op diet. Not looking forward to it but in another sense i am. Because i know there will be only 4 weeks left till surgery, am also looking forward to the weight loss during that time. but not looking forward to that hunger feeling!

I wish you well!

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Hi September bandsters! All my stats are listed below in my siggy, but I'll say it again because I'm just thrilled to have a date - SEPTEMBER 4!!

Here's to a thinner 2009! :o

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This is so fantastic. I am getting banded on September 17. I still have to get my referral (it got lost in the fax) for my Shrink and Stress EKG. I have to loose 10 to 15 pounds, sounds easy but of course it is not.

I have had such trouble finding support. My Dr has a support group and another online group but they focus on bypass.

Congradulations to everyone for making this commitment. I have heard from a quite a few who are very happy with the results. They say you have to be patient and go slow.

We are on our way! :thumbup:

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I know this sounds dumb, but how do you get all the cute stats below your post. I didn't join that long ago and I have never done this type of thing in the past. I know Excel, Word and basic internet. I feel soooo OLD. Funny my grandkids know more about computers. I barely got an IPod. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. Debbie

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Hi Debbie. If you go to your User CP, there's an Edit Signature link under Settings and Options. You can add information there, and it appears whenever you post. To make a ticker, here's a link with instructions.

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f5/ticker-tutorial-pictures-41782/

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Thanks

I think I have some basics going, but yours is just adorable. And actually you should show off your milestones. This is quite a process and just making down the road this far is quite a feat.

We are just days apart - and since you go first, you can tell me all about it???? lol

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I am new to this site, been reading for awhile though.

I am getting banded on September 3. I'm a little nervous now that it is all in place.

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Hi Tally,

My name is Debbie and I know how overwhelming this site can be, but it is a god send. This site is JUST for lapbands. My Dr has a support group site that is 99% bypass and they have nothing for me. I have found nothing but support from everyone here.

We are getting quite a group of September Bandsters going. Kind of exciting, something we all have in common.

Just read as much as you can, and there is tons to read on this site. It is a fantastic tool.

Hope to hear from you. Debbie

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Hi Tally. I was nervous when I first started doing research about the lap band, but right now I'm feeling pretty confident about my decision. As my date, one day after yours(!), gets closer, I'm sure the nerves will surface once again.

You have a really cute ticker too, debbie!! Hopefully, I'll be able to figure out how to get back to mine to update it...lol I'll definitely stay in touch after my surgery. Your banding date will be right around the corner.

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Hi everyone,

I just got my paper in the mail and My lap band surgery is set up for Sept. 2. Full of all different emotions... But I am soooo happy to finally have a date to look forward to. It will be here before I know it.

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Hi Tally,

My name is Debbie and I know how overwhelming this site can be, but it is a god send. This site is JUST for lapbands. My Dr has a support group site that is 99% bypass and they have nothing for me. I have found nothing but support from everyone here.

We are getting quite a group of September Bandsters going. Kind of exciting, something we all have in common.

Just read as much as you can, and there is tons to read on this site. It is a fantastic tool.

Hope to hear from you. Debbie

Hi Debbie,

Thanks for your reply :wub: I am starting to find my way around this site. There is a wealth of information here and I love how everyone is so supportive and non-judgemental. I have learned so much in the little while since I joined.

Debbie

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Hi gg - I just watched your you tube and I am so happy for you. You seem to know what you want and I think you are going to make it happen. What is your pre op diet like that starts the first part of Aug.? I dont know what I have to do yet... I have been trying to get more Protein in, watching what I eat and exercising more. The 1st of Sept. will be here before we know it.

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